Generator Technician

Ace Resources, LLC; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Texas is seeking a Generator Technician/Station Operator to ensure reliable power supply to customers. The role involves troubleshooting and maintenance of large horsepower natural gas generators, performing inspections, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience, a strong safety awareness, and the ability to learn new skills. Join us to contribute to a dynamic team focused on delivering reliable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience maintaining and troubleshooting large horsepower (1,000+) natural gas generators.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-lines, and wiring diagrams.
• Strong safety awareness—knowing when to stop work and request assistance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that primary power is served to customers with 98%+ reliability.
• Systematically troubleshoot and repair generators and associated equipment.
• Perform inspections and repairs on equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting large horsepower natural gas generators

Reading electrical schematics

Self-motivated work

Strong safety awareness

Learning new skills

Job description

General Responsibilities of the Generator Technician/Station Operator:

• Ensure that primary power is served to customers with 98%+ reliability.
• Systematically troubleshoot and repair generators (1,000–2,500 kW) and associated equipment.
• Perform inspections, repairs, services, and start-up load-bank tests on equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of generator conditions, maintenance, and spare parts usage.
• Perform all tasks safely and professionally, maintaining a team-player attitude.

General Experience and Skills Required:

• 5+ years’ experience maintaining and troubleshooting large horsepower (1,000+) natural gas generators.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-lines, and wiring diagrams.
• Self-motivated with the ability to perform tasks with little supervision.
• Strong safety awareness—knowing when to stop work and request assistance.
• Willingness and ability to learn new skills and procedures.

General Experience and Skills Preferred:

• 5+ years’ direct experience with CAT’s ET software for engine diagnosing, troubleshooting, and tuning.
• 5+ years' experience tuning natural gas engines with combustion efficiency/environmental analyzers.
• Direct experience with oil & gas field operations (facilities, generation stations, etc.).
• Direct experience with process gas flow and common instrumentation (valves, regulators, P&IDs).
• Familiarity with CAT SIS technical documentation and manuals.